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Tallinn to begin lifting restrictions for select venues and activities

Starting from May 11, the city of Tallinn will begin easing restrictions set in place during the beginning of the coronavirus epidemic.

Starting from May 11, the city of Tallinn will begin easing restrictions set in place during the beginning of the coronavirus epidemic. The city’s step-by-step plan to open various venues and services to the public was developed in accordance with the recent decision by the government of Estonia to gradually begin easing previously set restrictions.

Here are the most important developments according to the City of Tallinn and the Government of Estonia:

Travelling to Estonia

The borders between the three Baltic countries Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, will open on May 15. No compulsory quarantine period will be imposed on people travelling between the three countries.

The Government of Finland has confirmed that work-related and unavoidable travel to Finland will begin again on May 14. Travel will be allowed for people from the Schengen area, who need to travel for work and have a valid Finnish work contract.

Tallinn Airport has remained open throughout the special circumstances and has seen weekly flights between Frankfurt, Minsk and Helsinki. The airport has released an assessment that the number of flights and destinations will begin to rise from the second half of May, when both Finnair and AirBaltic are planning to open connections between Helsinki and Riga, respectively.

Museums and public spaces

Shops, restaurants and service providers in shopping centres will be allowed to open again on May 11. This does not include children’s playrooms and entertainment providers such as cinemas, bowling alleys etc.

Starting from May 11, museums and exhibition areas in Estonia are allowed to reopen.

Tallinn City Government confirmed that most museums in Tallinn would open on May 19. Currently set safety precautions must be adhered to, which means visitors will be let into the exhibitions in groups of 10, hand sanitizers must be made available to all guests and touchable surfaces must be disinfected regularly.

Tallinn Botanic Garden will open its outdoor exhibit already on May 11.

Tallinn Zoo will open its outdoor areas on May 18. Indoor areas, including shops and restaurants, will open on June 1.

Public beaches will be opened on June 1 (social distancing rules will still apply)

Even though certain restrictions are lifted in various countries in Europe, safety and responsibility remain as important as ever. Therefore, we urge everyone planning to travel, whether it is to Tallinn or elsewhere abroad, to stay safe and follow rules set by local governments. We hope to see you again in Tallinn soon, but don’t forget that our city has stood for over 800 years – it can wait a little while longer.

Visit Tallinn's activities during the coronavirus crisis

The coronavirus pandemic has created an unprecedented global challenge. Where to find information on the current situation in Estonia and the activities of Visit Tallinn during the crisis?

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created an unprecedented global challenge for the tourism industry with no quick or easy solutions. However, we remain hopeful that people's desire to travel and discover the world will return once we feel safe again - after all, curiosity and the need to explore are part of our human nature.

The current situation in Tallinn, Estonia

To fight the spread of the virus, Estonia has declared an emergency situation that will be in effect at least until 1 May 2020. Read our overview of the current safety measures and travel restrictions in place in Tallinn. You can also find useful advice on where to find English-language information on the coronavirus crisis in Estonia and who to contact for help. The article is updated regularly.

Activities of Visit Tallinn

Tallinn Tourist Information Centre

Although our physical offices are closed until further notice, you can always contact us online (every day from 09:00 to 18:00):

When posting memories about your past travels or simply dreaming of your future trips to Tallinn, do not forget to tag us @visittallinn - we love to hear from you!

Tallinn Card

As all the museums and attractions are closed, we have temporarily stopped selling the city's favourite all-in-one sightseeing pass, the Tallinn Card. We will resume business as soon as the circumstances allow.

What to do in Tallinn on Independence Day?

24 February is Estonian Independence Day and a public holiday. This also means some changes to the opening hours of Tallinn Card’s partners that day.

24 February is Estonian Independence Day and a public holiday. This also means some changes to the opening hours of Tallinn Card’s partners that day.

Don’t worry though! Plenty of the museums and attractions will be open, welcoming visitors and even holding special events to celebrate Independence Day.

Some businesses may also close their doors three hours earlier than usual the day before the holiday, 23 February, which is why we recommend checking the opening hours of museums and attractions on their websites.

What to do in Tallinn on Christmas and New Year?

The coming Christmas holidays (24.-26. December) and New Year (1 January) bring changes to the opening hours of Tallinn Card’s partners. Several places will be open and welcoming visitors.

The coming Christmas holidays (24.-26. December) and New Year (1 January) bring changes to the opening hours of Tallinn Card’s partners. Several places will be open and welcoming visitors.

From this list you are sure to find something exciting to do on these memorable days.

23 December 2019:

Several Tallinn Card’s partners are open, but might close their doors earlier (up to three hours earlier than usual). Museums which are closed on Mondays, are closed on 23 December also. We recommend checking the opening hours of museums and attractions on their websites.

27 December – 30 December 2019 are regular days. Please note that 30 December is Monday, when some museums are closed.

31 December 2019:

Several Tallinn Card’s partners are open, but might close their doors earlier (up to three hours earlier than usual). We recommend checking the opening hours of museums and attractions on their websites.

Visit Tallinn Creators' Camp 2019 results are in: take a look at the amazing content!

The second Visit Tallinn Creators' Camp took place in September this year where eight internationally influential content creators, devoted to travelling discovered the city.

The second Visit Tallinn Creators’ Camp took place between September 18 and 25 this year where eight internationally influential content creators, devoted to travelling discovered the city.

The aim of the weeklong series of outings and workshops was to find new destination ambassadors for Tallinn who would promote its positive image as a travel destination and gain new visual material to promote the city on Visit Tallinn’s various channels.

New Kalamaja neighbourhood map now available

Find your way in one of the trendiest areas of Tallinn! In Visit Tallinn's new neighbourhood map, we share the main points of interest in Kalamaja, Noblessner Seafront Quarter and Telliskivi Creative City.

Find your way in one of the trendiest areas of Tallinn! In Visit Tallinn's new neighbourhood map, we share the main points of interest in Kalamaja, Noblessner Seafront Quarter and Telliskivi Creative City.

On the map, you will find Kalamaja's top attractions, shops, cafés, and restaurants, along with some general information about the neighbourhood. As an important addition, the map now includes a two-hour walking route (5 km / 3.1 miles) through the area's main sights, including the district's iconic wooden houses, the majestic Seaplane Harbour, and much more.

The neighbourhood maps of Kadriorg, Pirita, Nõmme, and Rocca al Mare have also been recently updated.

Tallinn on 20 August, the Day of Restoration of Independence

20 August is a public holiday (Day of Restoration of Independence) in Estonia, which means some changes to the opening hours of Tallinn Card’s partners. Many exciting events also take place around the city.

20 August is a public holiday (Day of Restoration of Independence) in Estonia, which means some changes to the opening hours of Tallinn Card’s partners. Many places are still open and gladly welcome visitors. There are also a lot of exciting events taking place in Tallinn.

For a convenient visit, buy a Mobile Tallinn Card from our online store!

The Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom is organising a family event on 20 August. In the programme, you'll find exciting workshops for children and free tours in the Old Town. Their hour-long tour will take you to the places connected to restoring and maintaining Estonian independence, both in the past and in the present. Tours in Estonian start at 11 am and 2 pm, in English at 3 pm. For more information, see vabamu.ee.

For a more adventurous approach, head to the Tallinn TV Tower. Their family event aims to raise visitors' awareness about how to be self-sufficient in complicated situations and highlight the role of heritage and the knowledge of our forefathers in solving complex problems. The event will culminate with a concert by Uku Suviste. The programme is available here: teletorn.ee.

If you are interested in plants, the Tallinn Botanical Garden is the place to be. The "Estonian farm plant day" will teach you about the history of our gardens: how flowers got to the old farms, which plants were grown and which are still popular.

The following Tallinn Card partners welcome guests on 20 August:

Museums and attractions:

Estonian History Museum – Maarjamäe Palace

Estonian History Museum - Maarjamäe Stables

Estonian History Museum - Great Guild Hall

Estonian Film Museum

Estonian Theatre and Music Museum

The Estonian War Museum - General Laidoner Museum

Estonian Open Air Museum

Energy Discovery Centre (from 12 to 5 pm)

KGB Prison Cells

Seaplane Harbour (from 10 am to 5 pm)

Marzipan Room

Vabamu - The Museum of Occupations and Freedom

Holy Spirit Church

Town Hall Tower

Tallinn Botanic Garden

Tallinn Town Wall (from 11 am to 3 pm)

Tallinn Zoo

Tallinn TV Tower

Tallinn Museum of Orders of Knighthood

Kadriorg Palace - Kadriorg Art Museum

Mikkel Museum

Estonian Health Care Museum

Sightseeing tours:

Tallinn City Tour (free with the Tallinn Card PLUS)

Bicycle Welcome Tour of Tallinn

Tallinn Audioguide Tour on iPod

Audioguide and E-Book for download

Audioguide Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour

Entertainment:

Super Skypark trampoline and playcenter

Super Skypark hands-on science center SkyLab

Skywheel of Tallinn

TopGun Shooting Range

Cafés and restaurants:

Kehrwieder Chocolaterie

Restaurant Peppersack

Restaurant Scheeli

Restaurant Spot

Public transport in Tallinn and bicycle rent from City Bike is free with Tallinn Card.

In addition to everything listed here, Tallinn has lots more for you to discover. Find out more on the Tallinn tourism website www.visittallinn.ee. You are also welcome to pop in to the Tallinn Tourist Information Centre on 20 August from 9:00-19:00.

Happy Holidays!

Tallinn Card

Tourist Information Centre staff to help out at cruise terminal and Old Town

July and August is the peak season for cruise tourism in Tallinn, which brings a surge of visitors to the city. To help our guests make the most of their short stay, staff members from Tallinn Tourist Information Centre will once again be providing information on the streets of Tallinn. They can be found near the cruise terminal, by the corner of Rumbi Street, which is also the beginning of the Culture Kilometre.

July and August is the peak season for cruise tourism in Tallinn, which brings a surge of visitors to the city. To help our guests make the most of their short stay, staff members from Tallinn Tourist Information Centre will once again be providing information on the streets of Tallinn. They can be found near the cruise terminal, by the corner of Rumbi Street, which is also the beginning of the Culture Kilometre.

The information specialists will be recognisable by their green vests, and will help guide your way to the Old Town, as well as provide information about sightseeing and the Tallinn Card.

The information centre staff will be providing information in the Old Town and cruise terminal during the time when cruise ships are at anchor in Tallinn, mainly between 9:00–14:00.